The homologation of pensions between Venezuela and Spain is made possible thanks to the Social Security Agreement signed between both countries in 1988 and in force since 1990. This agreement seeks to protect the rights of workers and their families, allowing the periods contributed under the legislation of Social Security of both countries are considered for access to different benefits.
Benefits of Pension Equalization
Disability Benefits:
- In Spain: Benefits can be obtained for temporary incapacity due to common illness or non-occupational accident, as well as for maternity.
- In Venezuela: Includes benefits for temporary and partial disability, as well as disability.
2. Pensions:
- The Convention allows access to old age, death and survivors' pensions. Each country analyzes the application independently, adding the insurance periods contributed in both countries if necessary.
3. Totalization of Insurance Periods:
- If the periods contributed in one country are less than one year, a totalization and proration rule applies. This may help the claimant to meet the requirements for entitlement to benefits in one or both countries.
4. Independence of the Residence:
- Benefits can be received regardless of whether the beneficiary resides in Spain or Venezuela.
5. Occupational Accidents and Occupational Diseases:
- Entitlement to benefits for occupational accidents or occupational diseases is determined according to the legislation of the country where the worker was insured at the time of the incident.
Requirements to apply for homologation
To initiate the pension homologation process, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Be older than 66 years old.
- Be Venezuelan or Spanish.
- Have contributed at least 15 years between both countries, with a minimum of 14 months of contributions in Spain.
- Present the labor and personal documentation according to the requested service, including:
- Identity card.
- Labor documents proving the periods of contribution.
- Official application form.
Our Pension Approval Service
At Ven Emigra, we have the experience to guarantee a smooth and effective process. Our service includes:
1. Feasibility Study:
- We evaluate the possibility of homologating pensions according to your particular case.
Document Management:
- Collection and management of the required documentation to initiate and submit the application.
3. Follow-up and Counseling:
- We provide advice during face-to-face appointments with the relevant offices.
4. Procedures and Communications:
- We carry out the necessary procedures before the IVSS in Venezuela and the INSS in Spain.
- We attend to any incident that may arise during the process.
5. Tax Review and International Collections:
- We provide guidance on the tax and international transfer aspects related to approved pensions.
Schedule a Meeting with Us
If you would like to initiate this process or learn more about how we can help you, we invite you to schedule a free meeting through our website. In this meeting, we will analyze the viability of your case and offer you personalized advice.
Trust Ven Emigra to manage your pension homologation with professionalism and commitment.
